Lightly grease cookie sheets with shortening, Cream margarine and sugar in large mixing bowl until light and fluffy, Blend in egg and vanilla, Combine flour, baking powder and salt in small mixing bowl; mix well,______, Stir in cereal, Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls onto cookie sheet, about 2 inches apart, Bake at 375° for 8 to 10 minutes or until golden brown, Using pancake turner, place cookies on wire cooling rack, Cool cookies completely before starting, so they will stay crisp, Makes 3 1/2 dozen,